What a fitting action!

The owner of the Mahatma’s memorabilia, James Otis offered to donate them to India if the Indian Government declares or promises to allocate 5% of the GDP or equivalent welfare measures for the poor of the country.

The 5 items – sandals, a watch, rimmed glasses, a plate and a bowl – personal belongings of the Mahatma are proposed to be auctioned on March 5. 2 more items – a blood test report and a telegram – have also been added to the 5 up for auction.

-News source: The Hindu, print edition dated March 4, 2009.